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Swanley to Shortlands train prices and times

Planning a journey from Swanley to Shortlands? Trip.com offers train tickets starting from as low as € 4.39, with average prices for this route around € 4.39. To ensure you get the most affordable fares, we suggest exploring alternatives like split tickets.

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Departs	Arrives	Find Tickets
14:41 14m, Direct Swanley	14:55 Shortlands	Find Tickets
14:49 16m, No direct Swanley	15:05 Shortlands	Find Tickets
15:11 14m, Direct Swanley	15:25 Shortlands	Find Tickets
15:41 14m, Direct Swanley	15:55 Shortlands	Find Tickets
15:49 16m, No direct Swanley	16:05 Shortlands	Find Tickets
16:11 14m, Direct Swanley	16:25 Paris	Find Tickets

Swanley to Shortlands train route details

First train

04:37

Last train

23:48

Departure station

Swanley

Arrival station

Shortlands

Journey time

14m

Distance

12 km

Price

€ 4.39*

Train Operators

Southeastern, Thameslink

How to book cheap train tickets from Swanley to Shortlands

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Swanley to Shortlands. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Swanley to Shortlands, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Swanley to Shortlands ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are travelling in a group, be sure to check out group travel discounts. Many train companies offer a ⅓ off standard fares for groups of three to nine people, making travelling from Swanley to Shortlands more affordable for families, friends, or colleagues planning a trip together.

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Swanley to Shortlands train prices and times

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